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With a population estimate exceeding 62 million that includes 75 ethnic groups and various peoples such as hill tribes and inhabitants of the northern mountain areas, you bet Thailand is a demographically diverse country. Thai is the national language, but seven Austronesian languages are spoken (all belonging to the Malayic Malayo-Polynesian group of languages) and [...]
Posted at: December 12th, 2010 - 12:00 am - Comments Off
You know the adage “when in Rome,” right? Well it definitely applies if you’re visiting Thailand, as well.Just as you would expect a visitor to your city to show respect for local customs you, too, should show respect for where you are visiting.Following are a few travel tips to keep you under the radar as [...]
Posted at: October 8th, 2010 - 9:24 am - Comments Off
From curbside food stands to exquisite fine dining restaurants, Thailand offers a wide variety of food that is as rich and diverse as its culture. Famous for its balance and harmony, Thai dishes incorporate the five fundamental tasteshot, sweet, sour, salty, and bitterinto one dining experience. The unique taste, however, is not the only quality [...]
Posted at: July 16th, 2010 - 1:02 pm - Comments Off
If you’re planning a trip to Thailand, the capital city should be at the top of your list. In addition to the rich culture and history of the area, the world renowned nightlife and cuisine in Bangkok could fill a trip in itself. This city offers a culture entirely different from anything you’ll find in [...]
Posted at: June 30th, 2010 - 2:34 pm - Comments Off
As soon as you step off the plane you will be overtaken by Thailand’s unique culture. Filled with Buddhist arts and temples, Thailand’s culture could take months to fully experience. If you’re like most tourists, you have one or two weeks at most to discover a culture that took centuries to establish. Fortunately for you, [...]
Posted at: June 30th, 2010 - 2:26 pm - Comments Off